House Democrats are confident they can overcome solid Republican opposition and pass the bill. Leaders are using a two-step process where the House approves Senate-passed legislation and then votes for a separate package of changes to satisfy concerns of House Democrats. The Senate is expected to approve those changes as well and President Barack Obama plans to sign the bill into law.
Breaking down the health care bill
If House democrats successfully pass the health care reform bill, exactly what can we expect? Reuters provides a year-by-year outline.